Cobra HT550E, Owner'S Manual

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1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Meaning of symbols marked on the product
Read the user manual before
using the machine Wear gloves to protect your
hands
Wear safety goggles to protect
your eyes Wear safety boots to protect
against elect ric shock
Wear ear protector to protect
against noise
Do not expose to rain
Wear dust mask to protect
against dust
Remove plug from the mains
immediately if cable is
damaged or cut
WARNING!
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.
1.1 Before Using
- Study this manual thoroughly
- Familiarise yourself with the operation of the hedge trimmer and learn to use it properly.
- Never allow others (especially children) who have not read the manual to use the
machine.
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If the unit must be given to other people, give them as this manual.
- Check that the voltage and frequency indicated on the specification label affixed to the
electrical hedge trimmer correspond to the mains electricity supply.
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Never remove the labels or security elements.
- To connect the hedge trimmer to the power, use only appropriate and compliant power
equipment in perfect condition. Use a flexible extension, brightly coloured for outdoor use with
a maximum length of fifty meters with conductors of at least 12mm.
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Keep the cord away from the radius of action of the machine and make sure it is not
subjected to tension. Move the cable from water, heat and sharp edges.
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Do not use the hedge trimmer if the trigger on / off does not work properly. If necessary,
contact your dealer for any repair.
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Never expose the electric hedge trimmer to rain or moisture. Never allow water or other
liquids enter the machine.
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Check the condition of the cutter blade, make sure it fastened and safe before each use.
Replace excessively worn or missing parts.
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Do not cut near other electrical machines.
- Do not operate hedge trimmer in an environment with flammable items such as liquids,
gases or dust. The sparks generated by the operation of the machine can cause an explosion.
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Do not start cutting until the work area is cleared and cleaned. Keep the work area clean
and tidy to reduce the risk of accident.
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During the first use, it is recommended that the user be accompanied by an experienced